Description

The Digital Literacy Program 2.0 was designed to educate elderly individuals on online safety, cybersecurity, and secure digital transactions. With the increasing prevalence of cyber scams targeting senior citizens, the session aimed to equip them with essential knowledge to protect themselves. The 30-minute session covered key aspects, starting with an engaging introduction featuring real-life scam incidents to highlight the importance of digital safety. It then delved into online safety and cybersecurity, teaching participants about strong passwords, phishing scams, fake websites, and social media privacy. The next segment focused on recent digital scams, including banking frauds, WhatsApp and UPI scams, and online shopping frauds, providing practical strategies for prevention. In the secure online transactions section, participants learned about safe UPI usage, verifying secure websites, and mobile banking best practices. The session concluded with a Q&A, allowing participants to clarify doubts and share experiences. The program successfully raised awareness and boosted confidence in navigating digital platforms securely.